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Hiking the Kohala Coast with Hawaii Forest and Trail Big Island of Hawaii
What to Do on the Big Island of Hawaii

Trying to decide which island to visit is like trying to decide who your favourite child is! They are all different and lovable in their own ways. The Hawaiian Islands are each a magical destination filled with the Aloha spirit and warm hospitality of the Hawaiian people.  You visit Oahu
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American Writers Museum Word Map - Photo Denise Davy
More Than the Bean – Finding Unusual and Unique Attractions in Chicago

I admit I tend to over-schedule my trips to make sure I see EVERYTHING there is to see. But a recent trip to Chicago showed me that sometimes it’s the unexpected sites that end up being the most memorable. I was in Chicago with my two daughters and a full
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Snorkeling photo courtesy of Turks&Caicos Tourism
Family Friendly Fun In The Turks and Caicos Islands

Picture the endless white sands of Grace Bay Beach in the Turks and Caicos Islands and you probably think of honeymooners or even celebrities splashing about in the surf. After all, the Kardashians are a big fan of the region, and they did happen to be in town when I
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How to Have the Perfect Tropical Island Adventure on Grenada

A tropical island is the perfect place to enjoy everything that the beach has to offer: swim and splash in the waves, soak up the sun on silky, white sand and relax as you listen to the palm trees blowing in the breeze. But if you want your tropical vacation
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Florida Sanibel Fort Meyers Captiva Islane Edison and Ford Estate Grounds Photo Sabrina Pirillo
Kids Will Love Seashells, Butterflies, Fords, & Light Bulbs in Fort Myers and Sanibel

Here we go again, Canada. The dreaded winter months bringing sleet and snow accompanied by so many layers you feel like the Michelin Man. For most Canadians, their get-away-go-to is Florida, and this year should be no different. The sunny southwest coast of Florida starring Fort Myers, Captiva and Sanibel
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Fall in Mont Tremblant
No Skis Required: Mont-Tremblant in Fall

We picked the perfect weekend to visit Mont Tremblant. Hues of red and yellow were just starting to peek into the tree canopy and the temperature made one think of flip flops rather than hockey. We arrived at Tremblant late morning and the pedestrian village was already buzzing. On this
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California’s Screamin’ – Three Verrry Scarrry Theme Parks at Halloween

When fall comes creeping into Cali, it takes its time. In the daytime, it’s all sunnies and shorts, but at night you’ll feel a chill in your bones. Hotels seem eerily empty, which makes shoulder season a great time to dig up a deal. If you love Hallowe’en, get a
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Adventures on South Padre Island: The Sweet Side of Texas

At the tip of Texas on the Gulf of Mexico is South Padre Island, the longest barrier island in the world.  The island is about 30 miles long, running north and south and only 1/2 mile across at its widest point, making it very easy to navigate. Cars share the
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RIpley's Believe it or Not! Odditorium in Cavendish , PEI
Shrunken Heads and Hidden Secrets at Ripley’s Believe It or Not! in Cavendish, Prince Edward Island

We make the pilgrimage to Prince Edward Island from Nova Scotia every year, old friends from high school, plus our respective husbands and kids. Our mission: to spend as much time as possible on the beach and with each other, toasting s’mores, reminiscing about old times. We all agree that
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California Road Trip! Cruising the California Coast on Highway 1

Put the ragtop down, turn the radio up and hit the road for the quintessential California road trip along State Highway 1 As far as road trips go, California’s classic Highway 1 has it all. It’s an excellent route for drivers, with twists, turns and narrow bends in the road.
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